Russia's defence ministry says its forces have captured the village of Yurkivka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, according to the Interfax news agency. The claim could not be independently verified.
The reported advance comes amid continued fighting along the eastern front, where Moscow has sought to consolidate territorial gains in recent months.
The Kremlin also acknowledged ongoing Ukrainian drone strikes targeting infrastructure inside Russia, including a recent attack on an oil refinery near Moscow.
Officials said measures were being taken to respond to the attacks, although details of the extent of the damage were not disclosed.
Regional authorities reported casualties from the latest strikes, including the death of an eight-year-old girl during Thursday's drone attack on the Moscow region.
Despite the escalation, the Kremlin said it remains open to dialogue with European countries but rejected what it described as ultimatums.
At the same time, officials indicated that Russian air strikes on Ukrainian targets would continue, accusing Kyiv of failing to pursue negotiations.
The developments highlight an increasingly intense phase of the conflict, with both sides stepping up long-range attacks beyond frontline areas.
Ukraine has expanded drone operations deep into Russian territory, targeting energy facilities and infrastructure, while Russia continues to carry out air strikes across Ukraine.
While Moscow says it remains open to talks, recent statements suggest no immediate breakthrough is expected, with both sides maintaining firm positions.
The situation on the ground remains fluid, with battlefield claims difficult to verify and the risk of further escalation remaining high.
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